http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk en-gb airbrushedbrides.co.uk 2011-12-15T00:00:00Z airbrushedbrides.co.uk http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#108749 Its a growing concern that many people have very unrealistic ideas of losing weight and what a healthy body looks like. Many women and girls are under pressure to be stick thin and this is validated by the ultra thin size 00 models. This causes a lot of dissatisfaction and more so when someone is getting married and wants to look their very best. Its one thing to be slim and healthy and another to be gaunt. Many brides go on crash diets two months before theyre due to get married and get even more stressed when they dont lose as much weight as theyd hoped. Its really quite difficult to lose weight when the goal is quite unrealistic. Its healthier to lose weight over a longer period of time than to crash diet for a couple of monthsweeks. Try and plan your weight loss over 6 months to a year. This will help prevent getting into an unhealthy eating pattern or worse still starving yourself to get the right image.Eating Disorders such as Anorexia Nervosa are on the increase with many m... 2011-12-15 01:28:53 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#107129 Winter conditions can really take their toll on your skin so now is the time to rethink your skincare routine for the winter months to prevent damage and broken veins. Always use a moisturiser and its a good idea to maintain using a makeup with an SPF10 this can help prevent that awful weather beaten look and makeup can act as a protective layer against the harsh winter elements.Look out for some winter skincare bargains some large shops have great sales in their skincare ranges and Debenhams sale has already started so get down there for some special winter deals. Buying products now can save you a small fortune later. There are some great online deals too with some sites offering free delivery so it pays to shop around. Happy Shopping 2011-11-19 11:24:26 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#106624 Lets not forget hair when it comes to looking good. As winter approaches we find our hair may get drier and duller. We may find we wash it less often or just dont have the time to do it. Whatever condition your hair is in there is a treatment out there to help return it to its former glory. If you find yourself struggling for time in the mornings to wash and condition your hair maybe you could adopt some of the tips given here for beautiful shiny hair in half the time. Remember to cover up hair if its very cold outside use a fashionable hat to keep damage at bay.It may be a good idea to give your hair a hot oil treatment once a week this can add lustre to hair and leave it in great condition. Always buy a good shampoo and conditioner with natural ingredients that will gently cleanse and nourish the hair follicles and scalp.Eat a healthy diet increasing your intake of fruit and vegetables lots of home made vegetable soups to strengthen hair from the inside. Increasing your Vitamin C ma... 2011-11-11 12:58:38 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#105986 Ive had a few emails asking me for tips on how to apply makeup and where to put it. So Ive decided to write this post to help people to apply a simple daytime makeup that will suit all ages and skin types.When buying makeup buy a good makeup suited to your particular skin type ie dry oily sensitive normal etc. You dont have to buy really expensive brands but if you can afford it go with some of the bigger companies that use plant extracts and more natural ingredients in their products. This can help prevent any skin irritations or allergic reactions. If youre on a budget there are some pretty good products on the market that dont cost the earth. Its worthwhile doing a little research on some cheaper brands to find out who uses the best ingredients and what their ethics are. Also go into the bigger department stores and try various brands of makeup on the inside of your wrist elbow and neck. Some basic steps are Always apply makeup to a well cleansed moisturised skin Dab concealer over ... 2011-11-2 14:28:36 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#100798 2011-8-19 15:24:31 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#99110 A client recently told me she would love to have a couple of facials before her big day but didnt want to chance a breakout of spots. When I asked what she meant she replied that shed read that getting facials could result in causing the skin to erupt by bringing all the spots to the surface. Can I say that this is not the case. A good facial will deeply cleanse the skin slough off all dead skin cells and treat any specific conditions as appropriate. This will usually result in a clean healthy glowing complexion unless the skin is badly congested. When the skin is badly congested deep cleansing facials may cleanse the pores and cause the skin to throw out any bacteriatoxins causing skin blemishes and problems. This is to be considered a positive effect because it will enable the skin to become clearer and this is why if you want radiant skin for your wedding day you are advised to begin your facials at least a month or two before your wedding day. This gives plenty of time to alle... 2011-7-25 23:35:24 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#95486 As you will have noticed the weather has been very unpredictable so theres been very little chance of getting anything that resembles a tan Dont be put off with fake tan some colours can be really natural so try a couple of different makes of tan well before your wedding day. If youre fair its best to stick with a light golden tan aim for a natural golden glow. If youre dark you can get away with a darker tropical tan. Airbrush or Spray tan is a good option especially since most of them smell more pleasant and can be streakless.If you fancy doing it yourself then good products to try are St Tropez yes still a firm favourite it doesnt streak and looks natural or Fake Bake. Preparation is important if you want a professional natural even look. Try the following steps1 Exfoliate the skin the night before you apply your tan2 Apply moisturising cream the night before application unless skin is really dry3 Split your application into areas e.g. do the bottom of the legs first then w... 2011-6-4 23:42:49 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#93571 Congratulations to Will and Kate and wasnt she just the most beautiful natural looking bride ever Her skin was glowing her eyes sparkling and although she was wearing make up everything was kept natural and beautiful. She was a natural radiant bride and makeup artists the world over have had many requests to recreate her stunning make up look. Creating a natural glowing and radiant look can take some work but preparation is the main key. Here are some steps to being a radiant bride If you like a bit of colour get a golden tan not too dark a nice natural glow is much more attractive. Begin a good skincare regime at least 3 months before your wedding day.TTake some time out and get a couple of good facials so that your skin is in top condition.Condition hair and nails on a weekly basis in the run up to your wedding.Get plenty of sleep easier said than done I know or do some yoga or meditation.Leaving things to the last minute can turn into a nightmare so try getting as much organised ... 2011-5-10 01:48:18 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#91668 It wont be long till Easter now and now is the perfect time to look for all those skincare and make up bargains. Look in some of the larger chemists for good quality sunscreens with 25 Sun Protection Factor. The weather is warmer now so dont get caught without your sunscreen As the weather gets better we want to brighten our make up look. Some large department stores stock some of the funky brands which have the most fabulous fashion colours e.g. Smashbox Too Faced and Blinc to name a few. The best way to find out about different cosmetics is to read reviews on particular makeup companies and find out what they are about and what their cosmetics have to offer. Always choose longlasting makeup with a strong pigment so you dont have to constantly reapply makeup. Its great to just put it on and forget about it and with Smashbox Too Faced and Blinc you can do this. Its a good time too to start buying the little trial sizes of shampoo conditioner and shower gel for your holidays they are re... 2011-4-13 21:37:24 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#89433 Blackheads and pimples can be unsightly but there are effective treatments to help combat some blemishes and acne conditions. Oily skin usually suffers the most from these irritations so it is imperative to keep the skin scrupulously clean. Using an anti bacterial lotion will help to clean the skin but sometimes a deep cleansing mask helps to rid the skin of impurities so you may wish to consider making this effective homemade face mask for oily and acne skin which not only cleanses the skin deep down but mops up the excess oil that causes these skin problems. This mask is cheap to make and very effective and only takes 20 30 mins. Make sure you follow all the steps as they are given and use the correct ingredients. An astringent toner is also better for oily skin helping to keep the oil at bay. Its also worthwhile to remember that oily skin needs moisturising too but not with an oil based moisturiser aim to use a water based moisturiser to protect and nourish the skin Always use pro... 2011-3-17 18:16:54 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#89384 As we head towards Easter many people will be thinking about taking a holiday or maybe a short break over the Bank Holidays. For us gals that means preparing our skin so it looks its best. Although there are many good exfoliators on the market I always like to make my own homemade exfoliator when I have the time. This is a quick and easy recipe an old fashioned remedy for dry dull skin. It will leave your skin glowing with no signs of the grey pallor that winter can leave on our skin. Read this homemade exfoliator for gorgeous skin itll get you glowing once again 2011-3-17 00:45:10 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#85523 On Sunday I exhibited at a Wedding Fayre in Pollokshields Burgh Hall run by Glasgow Girls Wedding Guide. It was a great day and lovely to meet lots of bridestobe other wedding service providers and the GGWGs very friendly staff. It was a very busy day with a lively atmosphere and a very nice venue not to mention all the nice nibbles and delicious cupcakes available to try. My airbrush finger was numb by the time we finished I suppose thats a good complaint to have. I was pleasantly surprised to meet some of the brides Ive madeup in the past who were there with their friendsfamilies who are now getting married it was lovely to meet you again. In the morning of the Fayre I put some ordinary foundation on just to see how long it would stay looking good but by 1.30 pm it was starting to show signs of evaporationperspiration so I quickly applied some of my airbrush foundation it stayed in place until I took it off at 11pm that night. From now on Ill be airbrushed at all times lesson learne... 2011-1-26 22:19:03 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#84927 While shopping at St Enoch Centre last Saturday afternoon I was intrigued by a new shop recently opened across from Debenhams. Its called XFoliate Feet and on closer inspection I noticed that there were various chairs with fish tanks below. Being curious by nature or is that just plain nosey I wandered in and spoke to the girl. Next thing I know Im sitting with my feet in warm water having a very relaxing and enjoyable experience known as a fish pedicure. These tiny fish gathered around my feet and using a sucking motion they have no teeth gently removed the dead skin from my feet. leaving my skin soft and smooth. I must admit at first I was a bit apprehensive thinking it would be a bit nippy andor tickly but it was very soothing and definitely the most relaxing 15 minutes Ive had all week. It is particularly good for eczema psoraisis or indeed any dry skin condition. To give your feet a post ChristmasSales or even a pre wedding treat visit XFoliate Feet. They also have a branch at Sil... 2011-1-18 16:28:44 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#81088 Its the Xmas party season and I thought Id mention a little about make up primers and what they can do for your Xmas make up. A primer is used all over the skin after moisturising and makes a great base for make up but more than that it smooths imperfections and makes your make up last a lot longer. This is great for those OfficeWork Party nights that begin at 3pm and sometimes finish at 3am Two very good primers are Laura Mercer Foundation Primer can be purchased from www.spacenk.co.uk for 16327 or Avon MagiX Face Perfector from www.avonshop.co.uk at only 16310. These also make great Xmas gifts. Another hit this Xmas will be the Mascara Volume Effet Faux Cils a rich lengthening mascara in their signature gold tube can be purchased for 16321.50 from Debenhams stores or online at www.debenhams.com. remember to get your beauty rewards card from Debenhams you can save quite a lot of money when buying all your cosmetic and skin care gifts. 2010-11-24 02:35:16 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#79944 Brrr... the weather is really cold now making this the perfect time of year to rethink skin care routines and consider changing makeup too. A good moisturiser with a SPF 15 is essential to keep skin from getting dried out and weather beaten. Skin also benefits from a weekly face mask to nourish it in the winter months and of course regular exfoliation. There is very little sunshine now but try to get at least 15 minutes in the fresh air especially if theres some sun. We need to keep our skin moisturised from the inside too so remember to drink plenty of water to counteract the drying effects of central heating. Skin colour will be paler now so remember to adjust makeup to suit. A richer colour of lipstick and blusher can also work wonders to cheer up winter skin and give confidence a boost. Look out for stunning reds and berry lipcolours available now and remember to add an extra coat of black mascara for more drama. Think sexy Mad Men glamour 2010-11-10 00:41:46 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#79510 Hi everyone here are a few offers I thought were too good to keep to myself hope you enjoy. This is a great deal from Boots stores. Take any old mascara along to the Clinique counter and you will receive a small Clinique mascara in its place dependent on stock available. Clinique mascaras are great products and this offer is too good to miss. Elle magazine is giving away a free Clinique lip gloss in blackcurrent. Its in the November issue and is available until November 10th so buy your copy soon. The colour is super and it tastes good too 2010-11-4 22:53:51 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#79370 Urban Decay have designed a creative new eyeshadow palette aptly named Naked. The colours are muted golds soft mid tones warm burnt peaches and deep smokey browns perfect for creating many different looks for this season. The paler shades of creams and golds add interest to winter skins. Textures include shimmer matt glitter and muted. Create sexy smokey eyes for Christmas parties or a natural almost naked look for daytime winter fun. The palette includes an eyeshadow primer and two eyepencils in black and brown. Expect to pay between 16327 16336. The perfect gift for Christmas 2010-11-3 01:06:48 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#79049 Hi Everyone Yesterday was Debenhams big launch day and I spent quite a while visiting the makeup department and wasnt disappointed. I thoroughly enjoyed browsing the various counters offering super buys on gift sets for Christmas. I used my 1635 voucher on some new blusher and lipsticks and got the 500 points added to my beauty bonus card. I also bought some cute packs of lip glosses and juicy tubes for gifts my friends just love these. Clinique have a fabulous offer on but youll need to be quick as it finishes tomorrow. I just found out about it yesterday. They are offering a fantastic Betty Jackson Black makeup bag filled with 5 fab products dramatically different moisturiser 30mls a trio of neutral eye shadows foaming cleanser Long Last Glosswear and High Impact Curling Mascara in Black. All of these products are excellent and the makeup bag is chic. You also get a 10 off voucher to spend within Betty Jackson Black Designer Ranges. Not to be missed PS Look out for the ... 2010-10-29 15:45:32 http://www.airbrushedbrides.co.uk/page5.htm#78471 Hi Just found out that Debenhams are celebrating the new look of their shop after having a huge makeover and are having a launch day on 28th October. On the day they are offering a 1635 voucher when you spend 16325 or more. They are also offering a whopping 500 bonus points on your Debenhams Beauty Club Reward Card when you spend 16325 or more. Pop in and pick up a leaflet. Michelle Mone creator of Ultimo will be holding a Masterclass answering your questions on lingerie TV Stylist Mark Heyes will also be there advising on whats hot this season and how to accessorise for maximum effect and lots more. Not to be missed 2010-10-21 22:35:36